March To Glory: Happy Birthday, Kansas

Come join us at Fort Scott National Historic Site in celebrating the 150th anniversary of Kansas statehood on Saturday, January 29, 2011. Kansas became the newest State in the Union on January 29, 1861. This important event will feature a special "birthday bash" celebration at 1 p.m. held in the Grand Hall including 19th century tunes performed by the Gum Springs Serenaders. In addition, special speakers will commemorate and reflect upon Kansas heritage as you enjoy a piece of a specially designed birthday cake by nationally renowned cake artist Rebecca Sutterby. 

Rebecca Sutterby, a resident of Savonburg, Kansas, has had her cakes featured in the following magazines: Brides, People, KC, Cake Craft and Decoration, and the National Culinary Review. She has competed in the Food Network Challenge series and The Learning Channel's Ultimate Cake Off. Stop by and view her exquisite masterpiece honoring Kansas statehood and heritage. 

Throughout the weekend of January 29-30, visit with volunteers and staff to learn more about the town of Fort Scott as Kansas became the 34th State as the nation edged towards Civil War. Living history scenarios will focus on select events which occurred in the fledgling yet growing town of Fort Scott between 1858 and early 1861. 

Fort Scott National Historic Site, a unit of the National Park Service, is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. There is an entrance fee of $3.00 for each adult 16 and over. Children 15 and under are admitted free of charge. For more information call the site at 620-223-0310.